23/03/2026
“… 𝒉𝒐𝒘𝒆𝒗𝒆𝒓 𝒅𝒆𝒏𝒔𝒆 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝒎𝒊𝒔𝒕 𝒎𝒂𝒚 𝒃𝒆 𝒕𝒉𝒂𝒕 𝒃𝒆𝒇𝒐𝒈𝒔 𝒐𝒖𝒓 𝒑𝒆𝒐𝒑𝒍𝒆…”- Jose Rizal, 1889, Message to the Young Women of Malolos
The history of women in the Philippines is a vital thread in the tapestry that is our nation. A history often marginalized and eclipsed, but one that’s roots have persisted to flourish above the ground and into the light of the sun. In recognition of the spirited daring of the women who have challenged this continuous struggle, the UST History Society has turned to these transcendent minds to deliver 𝙆𝙖𝙎𝘼𝙔𝙎𝘼𝙔𝙖𝙣 𝙇𝙚𝙘𝙩𝙪𝙧𝙚 𝟒 | 𝘽𝙖𝙣𝙖𝙖𝙜 𝙖𝙩 𝙆𝙖𝙜𝙞𝙩𝙞𝙣𝙜𝙖𝙣: 𝙆𝙖𝙗𝙖𝙗𝙖𝙞𝙝𝙖𝙣 𝙣𝙜 𝙈𝙖𝙡𝙤𝙡𝙤𝙨.
Sari Dalena is a Filipino independent filmmaker and MFA Film Production graduate from New York University. She is recognized as a pioneer of Filipino experimental film. Her feature film Rigodon won “Best Feature” at the International Panorama of Independent Filmmakers, while her documentary Memories of a Forgotten War (2001) was screened at MoMA and the International Film Festival Rotterdam. In 2012, her film Ka Oryang won “Best Picture” and “Best Director” at Cinema One Originals. She also worked as a producer and production and costume designer for award-winning films such as Woman of the Ruins and Alumumo, and has received honors including the UP Artist Award and recognition as a Film Luminary at Cine Sandaan.
Ma. Luisa T. Camagay is a Professor Emeritus of History at the University of the Philippines Diliman and a leading scholar in Philippine women’s history. Her work focuses on social history, women’s studies, and revolution. She has authored important works such as Working Women of Manila in the 19th Century, The Cigarreras of Manila, and Encarnacion Alzon: An Anthology. Her contributions have been recognized through awards such as the National Book Award for History (for Kasaysayan ng Lipunan ng Maynila, 1765–1898), the Chevalier de Palmes Académiques, the Patnubay ng Sining at Kalinangan, and the UP Gawad Chancellor Award.
Mr. Vicente “Bong” S. Enriquez is the current President of the Women of Malolos Foundation, Inc., dedicated to preserving the legacy of the twenty women from Malolos who fought for their education in 1888. He is also a strong advocate for history, arts, culture, and tourism. He is the founder of Hiyas ng Bulacan Dramatic Guild (now Dulawarang Bulacan Foundation), a non-profit organization known for presenting a modern version of the Senakulo since 1974. He also serves as a member of the Board of Trustees of KABESERA, Inc. (Samahan Pangkalinangan ng Bulakan), which promotes history, art, and national heritage. In addition, he is a producer, director, and actor.
Join us and be a part of a dialogue with these remarkable people whose insights and wisdom shall guide us through the story and legacy of the Women of Malolos. 🌹📜
🗓️ Wednesday, March 25, 2026
🕜 1:00–6:00 PM
📍Engineering Hall, Fr. Roque Ruaño, O.P. Building, University of Santo Tomas, Manila
Caption By: Andrea Josephine Acaylar
Board by: Kim Chao
RSO-B-24-25-52
